2006 Acura TSX vs. 2003 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Acura TSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-150 weights approximately 625 kg more than 2006 Acura TSX.
Because 2003 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura TSX | 2003 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | TSX | F-150 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3050 mm |